GAINESVILLE -- Redshirt senior quarterback John Brantley’s confidence is manifesting itself in ways it never has before, and teammates are taking notice.
“His swag, his confidence is just higher than it’s been the past couple of years,” wide receiver Deonte Thompson said. “He’s taking leadership and taking control of the team.”
Defensive tackle Jaye Howard said Brantley is looking like a Heisman Trophy candidate in camp, saying that Brantley’s demeanor is different, and he is finally stepping into a more vocal and visible role. It’s a stark difference from last season, when Brantley had more interceptions (10) than touchdowns (nine) and looked lost for much of the season.
“When the receivers or anybody are doing bad, he gets on you,” wide receiver Quinton Dunbar said.
Part of the change is because of the presence of new offensive coordinator Charlie Weis, who has helped Brantley evolve both as a quarterback and as a leader.
“I learn something new every day in that film room,” Brantley said.
“It’ll be the same play but he’ll pick out something new to teach us with. That’s what make its fun and interesting to go in there and keep learning.”
